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Media Release
25 August 2020

Eight women studying at three universities across Australia have been awarded Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) scholarships by Defence.

Media Release
25 August 2020

New autonomous technologies will revolutionise mine clearance capability in operations close to shore through a new five-year, $15 million research and development project.

Bushmaster armoured vehicle.
News
21 August 2020

Ever wondered what happens if you blow up a fluid-filled container? Creative thinkers from Defence have shown that water can help protect armoured vehicles from bomb blasts.

News
20 August 2020

High-end sensor technology has proven to be an invaluable tool in firefighting efforts.

Media Release
19 August 2020

Defence small businesses will be recruited to join the fight against cyber threats under a new industry support program being launched today.

News
19 August 2020

It is regarded as one of the most significant algorithms of the past 50 years, a method of enabling estimation in the midst of uncertainty: the particle filter.

News
18 August 2020

Hunting for mines at sea is a dangerous and tiring job for humans, but it's all in a day's work for robotic vehicles equipped with sonar and advanced software.

Boxer armoured vehicle undergoing blast testing.
News
17 August 2020

Defence is marking this year's National Science Week by highlighting how science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) keeps Australians safe.

News
27 July 2020

A new partnering arrangement ratified by Chief Defence Scientist, Tanya Monro will facilitate greater collaboration between Defence and the university sector.

Media Release
14 July 2020

The Morrison Government is delivering on a key election commitment for Tasmania, with an agreement signed to develop the new Defence and Maritime Innovation and Design Precinct in Launceston which will create hundreds of jobs for Tasmanians.

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